Morocco's Performance in the Mediterranean Games
The Mediterranean Games serve as a premier multi-sport event, bringing together athletes from nations bordering the Mediterranean Sea. For Morocco, these games have been a platform to showcase athletic prowess and national pride across several decades of competition.
Since its initial entry into the games, Morocco has established itself as a competitive force, accumulating a significant haul of medals across a wide variety of disciplines. From the early days of participation to hosting the event in Casablanca, the nation has seen fluctuating but generally strong performances.
Key Facts
- Morocco has won a total of 278 medals in the Mediterranean Games.
- The gold medal count stands at 72.
- Athletics is the most successful sport for Morocco, contributing 139 medals.
- The 2018 Tarragona games marked a high point for gold medals, with 10 won.
- Morocco did not participate in the 1951 Alexandria games due to French occupation.
Historical Medal Progression
Morocco's journey in the Mediterranean Games began after the 1951 event. The nation's participation grew steadily, with a notable increase in athlete delegations and medal counts as the decades progressed.
A significant milestone occurred in 1983 when Morocco hosted the games in Casablanca, sending 251 athletes and securing 20 medals. The nation has continued to be a consistent presence, with the 2022 Oran games seeing the largest ever delegation of 137 athletes, resulting in 33 total medals.
[ไม่มีภาพประกอบ]Comprehensive Medal Table by Year
| Games | Athletes | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 Alexandria | N/A | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | N/A |
| 1955 Barcelona | N/A | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | N/A |
| 1959 Beirut | 14 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 7 | 10 |
| 1963 Naples | 108 | 0 | 7 | 9 | 16 | N/A |
| 1967 Tunis | 1 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 16 | N/A |
| 1971 İzmir | 76 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 8 | 9 |
| 1975 Algiers | 198 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 12 | N/A |
| 1979 Split | 106 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 12 |
| 1983 Casablanca | 251 | 8 | 5 | 7 | 20 | 7 |
| 1987 Latakia | 88 | 9 | 8 | 3 | 20 | 5 |
| 1991 Athens | 138 | 5 | 10 | 20 | 35 | 9 |
| 1993 Languedoc-Roussillon | 149 | 7 | 13 | 27 | 47 | 7 |
| 1997 Bari | 83 | 5 | 4 | 9 | 18 | 10 |
| 2001 Tunis | 117 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 15 | 10 |
| 2005 Almería | 142 | 3 | 6 | 3 | 12 | N/A |
| 2009 Pescara | 129 | 6 | 9 | 6 | 21 | 10 |
| 2013 Mersin | 7 | 10 | 11 | 28 | 49 | 12 |
| 2018 Tarragona | 114 | 10 | 7 | 24 | 41 | 8 |
| 2022 Oran | 137 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 33 | 15 |
| Total | - | 72 | 90 | 116 | 278 | - |
Performance by Sport
Morocco's success is heavily concentrated in specific disciplines. Athletics (track and field events) is the dominant sport, accounting for the vast majority of the nation's gold medals. Boxing also represents a significant pillar of Moroccan sporting success, contributing a high volume of total medals.
While athletics and boxing lead the way, Morocco has also found success in combat sports such as Judo, Taekwondo, and Karate, as well as in Tennis and Football.
Medal Distribution by Discipline
- Athletics: 51 Gold, 53 Silver, 35 Bronze (139 Total)
- Boxing: 10 Gold, 17 Silver, 37 Bronze (64 Total)
- Judo: 1 Gold, 4 Silver, 16 Bronze (21 Total)
- Tennis: 4 Gold, 1 Silver, 7 Bronze (12 Total)
- Karate: 1 Gold, 3 Silver, 6 Bronze (10 Total)
- Wrestling: 0 Gold, 8 Silver, 1 Bronze (9 Total)
- Taekwondo: 1 Gold, 4 Silver, 3 Bronze (8 Total)
- Football: 2 Gold, 0 Silver, 3 Bronze (5 Total)
- Gymnastics: 1 Gold, 0 Silver, 2 Bronze (3 Total)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many total medals has Morocco won in the Mediterranean Games?
Morocco has won a total of 278 medals, including 72 gold, 90 silver, and 116 bronze.
Which sport is Morocco's most successful in these games?
Athletics is the most successful sport, with 139 total medals, 51 of which are gold.
Why did Morocco not participate in the 1951 Alexandria games?
Morocco did not participate in the 1951 games because the country was under French occupation at that time.
In which city did Morocco host the Mediterranean Games?
Morocco hosted the Mediterranean Games in Casablanca in 1983.
Which year saw the highest number of gold medals for Morocco?
The 2018 Tarragona games and the 2013 Mersin games both saw Morocco achieve 10 gold medals.